Sen. Catherine Ingram

Maddy summarySB 267 designates the week including March 22nd as "Ohio Doula Awareness Week" in the Revised Code. This bill creates a ceremonial observance to highlight the role of doulas in maternal care within Ohio. It does not create new laws, funding, or direct obligations; it simply establishes a designated week for awareness. The bill directly affects Ohio residents by formally recognizing doulas' contributions to pregnancy and birth support through this annual observance.

Maddy summarySB 227 would limit how much patients pay out-of-pocket for prescription insulin each month. It caps cost sharing at $35 per month for all insulin drugs covered under the bill. This directly affects people with diabetes who rely on insulin prescriptions. The law would require health plans and insurers to cover insulin costs above $35 at no additional charge to the patient.

Maddy summarySB 237 would repeal Ohio's current law (section 9.68 of the Revised Code) that prevents cities and counties from creating their own rules about firearms and knives. This change would directly allow local governments to establish their own regulations on firearm and knife-related conduct within their jurisdictions. The key mechanism is removing the state-level restriction that currently blocks local authorities from enacting such rules. If passed, communities could implement specific local policies on issues like knife carry or firearm storage, rather than being subject to uniform statewide rules.

To amend sections 3781.03 and 3781.99 and to enact section 3781.113 of the Revised Code to require a separate by-pass lane adjacent to specified drive-through lanes and to name this act as the Megan's Way Out Act.

Maddy summarySB 100 would create a new exemption in Ohio's Revised Code (section 3901.96) for nonprofit agricultural membership organizations, excluding them from certain insurance regulations. This bill directly affects nonprofit groups that represent farmers or agricultural interests, such as cooperatives or industry associations. The key provision removes these specific organizations from requirements like licensing or consumer protection rules that typically apply to insurance providers. This change is purely procedural, altering regulatory scope without creating new benefits or costs for the state.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 194) adopted by the Ohio Senate on September 30, 2025, to honor Mary Rose Oakar, a former U.S. Representative from Ohio's 14th District and Ohio State Representative. The resolution recognizes her historic role as the first Democratic woman from Ohio, Arab-American woman, Syrian-American, and Lebanese-American elected to Congress, highlighting her work on women's issues, Social Security, elder care, and downtown Cleveland revitalization. It also notes her service on the Cleveland City Council, Ohio House of Representatives, State Board of Education, and her leadership in the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee. The resolution serves as a formal tribute to her legacy and is transmitted to her family.

Maddy summarySB 85 would create a new specialty license plate design featuring the Ohio NAACP. Ohio drivers who choose this plate would pay an additional fee, with the revenue supporting the Ohio NAACP's work. The bill amends state code to add this plate option to the list of available specialty plates. This directly affects Ohio residents who purchase license plates and the Ohio NAACP organization.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SB 14) is a ceremonial designation. It would officially name September 28 as "Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Day" in Ohio. The bill directly affects the state calendar by commemorating former Ohio House Speaker Jo Ann Davidson on that specific date. It contains no policy changes or funding provisions; it solely serves to honor her service.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 171 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Ohio Senate to honor Jack Cera, a former Ohio House of Representatives member (serving from 2011 until his death) and Belmont County community leader. It expresses condolences to his family, recognizes his service in the legislature and roles like workforce development director for Belmont County, and commemorates his volunteer work with local organizations. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal tribute to his legacy of public service. It was adopted by the Senate on July 17, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 172) is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring James C. Lilly for his service to the State of Ohio. It does not create new laws or affect policies; it is a formal expression of appreciation for an individual's contributions. The resolution directly recognizes Mr. Lilly's specific service to Ohio without imposing any obligations or altering existing statutes. As a procedural resolution, it has no practical policy impact beyond the symbolic gesture of recognition.